Riverside
Ecosystem Overview
The Riverside ecosystem supports 60 documented wildlife species across 57 taxonomic genera. Located in chittenden county, vermont, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Burlington nearby has 40% more documented species, Riverside offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 16 chittenden county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 60 total documented species.
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Echinocystis lobata
Wild cucumber
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Rubus odoratus
Purpleflowered Raspberry
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Trillium erectum
Bethroot
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Leonurus cardiaca
motherwort
Vinca minor
lesser periwinkle
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Matteuccia struthiopteris
ostrich fern
Daktulosphaira vitifoliae
grape phylloxera
Zelus luridus
Pale Green Assassin Bug
Phyllocnistis insignis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chittenden County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Riverside. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Riversidewithin Chittenden County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.